Grendel Classics

Matt Wagner returned to the dark, mythic world of his creation for this two-issue series from Dark Horse, which reimagines classic literary tales through the lens of the Grendel mythos. Published in 1995, Grendel Classics sees Wagner both writing and illustrating, offering a distinctive blend of his signature storytelling with timeless narratives. It stands as a fascinating, compact experiment in how the Grendel archetype can be grafted onto foundational stories, showcasing Wagner’s enduring fascination with the character’s thematic resonance.